Message type: E = Error
Message class: MK - Mass Handling in the Material Master
Message number: 038
Message text: Unit of measure &1 for GTIN &2 does not exist for material &3
During the import of GTIN data from a file/from the clipboard, unit of
measure &V1& was read in GTIN &V2& for article &V3&. However, this unit
of measure does not exist for the article.
The relevant data line was flagged as having errors.
You can correct this error by either adjusting the data in your input
file/in the clipboard, or creating the missing unit of measure in the
article master. To do so, in the SAP Easy Access menu, choose <ZK>
Logistics -> Retailing -> Master Data -> Article Data -> Article ->
Change</>.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.
MK038
- Unit of measure &1 for GTIN &2 does not exist for material &3 ?The SAP error message MK038 indicates that there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) associated with a Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) for a specific material. This error typically arises in scenarios involving inventory management, material master data, or when processing transactions related to goods movements, sales orders, or deliveries.
Cause: Missing Unit of Measure: The specified unit of measure for the GTIN does not exist in the material master data. Incorrect Configuration: The GTIN may not be correctly configured in the system, or the UoM may not be assigned to the GTIN. Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the material master data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the UoM or GTIN fields. Material Master Not Extended: The material master may not be extended to the relevant plant or storage location where the transaction is being processed.
Solution: Check Material Master Data: Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03). Verify that
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